1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (360 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 523 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
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1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
Model | DB4 | M |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 67 L |