2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Aston Martin DBS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Aston Martin DBS would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Aston Martin DBS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (420 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2009 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2009 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Aston Martin DBS | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Infiniti |
Model | DBS | FX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 503 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |