1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti G35. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 345 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti G35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 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 Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | Virage | G35 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| 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 | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 366 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 | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
