1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 123 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato has manual transmission. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | V8 Zagato | FX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |
