1996 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti Q45.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti Q45. 1996 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2011 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Infiniti Q45 | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Infiniti | Aston Martin |
Model | Q45 | DB9 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |