1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti FX. (390 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti FX.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX 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 V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti FX. (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1980 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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1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
Model | V8 Vantage | FX |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5019 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |