1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
Model | V8 Vantage | M |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |