1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 386 kg more than 2004 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX. 2004 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
Model | Lagonda | FX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |