1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 840 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | 1900 | M |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |