1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti FX. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX. 2003 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
Model | V8 Vantage | FX |
Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |