1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2006 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 680 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2006 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | Virage | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
