1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 52 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 592 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
Model | DB4 | M |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1843 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2901 mm |