2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 750 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Z 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z. 2002 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Z |
Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4382 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |