1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti EX. (321 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Infiniti EX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX. 2013 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | V8 Vantage | EX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 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 | 1820 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4631 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1589 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
