1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 2 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti Q45. 1996 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage 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:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
| Model | Project Vantage | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 60 L |
