2010 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1994 Honda Concerto
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1994 Honda Concerto. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1994 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Concerto. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | 1994 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB9 | Concerto |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4712 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2560 mm |
