1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 2005 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | DB7 | I |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
