1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 271 kg more than 2009 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti FX. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 2009 Infiniti FX
Make Aston Martin Infiniti
Model V8 Vantage FX
Year Released 1977 2009
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 3496 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 549 HP 303 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 745 Nm 355 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.1 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.1 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1719 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 113 L 90 L