2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Civic 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 (430 HP) has 282 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Aston Martin V8 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 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (350 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
Model | V8 Vantage | Civic |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 489 Nm | 350 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1867 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |