1948 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Infiniti M.
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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1948 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jaguar Mark IV | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
Model | Mark IV | M |
Year Released | 1948 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1844 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2901 mm |