1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 129 kg more than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX. 2013 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | V8 Volante | FX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2885 mm |
