1957 Opel Record vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record.
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 EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Record has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Record will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Opel Record | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Opel | Infiniti |
Model | Record | EX |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |