1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 31 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M 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 309 kg more than 2011 Infiniti M.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M 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 M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2011 Infiniti M 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. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
Model | Lagonda | M |
Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2901 mm |