1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 477 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 2003 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 70 | M |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
