1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 259 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB4 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 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Infiniti I | |
Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
Model | DB4 | I |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |