1962 Peugeot 404 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 507 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 404. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 404 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Infiniti |
| Model | 404 | G25 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1618 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
