1958 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2003 Infiniti I
To start off, 2003 Infiniti I is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti I weights approximately 532 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Vauxhall Victor 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 1958 Vauxhall Victor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 2003 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1958 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1958 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Vauxhall Victor | 2003 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Infiniti |
| Model | Victor | I |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
