1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 628 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 55 | M |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2900 mm |