1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 19 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti M. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 278 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti M 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, 2009 Infiniti M 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Infiniti M | |
Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
Model | Virage | M |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |