2010 Aston Martin Rapide vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1996 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 620 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Aston Martin Rapide. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | Rapide | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2510 mm |
