1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti EX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti EX (293 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 506 kg more than 2009 Infiniti EX.
Because 2009 Infiniti EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti EX 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti EX. 2009 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | Lagonda | EX |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2810 mm |
