1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2008 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G37 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
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, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti G37. (367 Nm). This means 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti G37. 2008 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2008 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | V8 Volante | G37 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
