1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2002 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2002 Infiniti FX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti FX. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 371 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti FX. 2002 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1964 Aston Martin DB5 has manual transmission. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2002 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | DB5 | FX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
