1963 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina 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 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 987 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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 1963 Ford Cortina. 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 (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Cortina | M |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
