1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Sports | M |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2901 mm |
