1949 Triumph Mayflower vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 560 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Triumph Mayflower 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 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 2005 Infiniti I (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 2005 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1949 Triumph Mayflower has manual transmission. 1949 Triumph Mayflower will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Triumph Mayflower | 2005 Infiniti I | |
Make | Triumph | Infiniti |
Model | Mayflower | I |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1247 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2760 mm |