2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 201 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage 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 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V12 Vantage | Accord |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1697 kg | 1496 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |