1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
Model | V8 Volante | FX |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 90 L |