1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 712 kg more than 1966 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 FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | DB4 | FX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 90 L |
