1964 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 174 kg more than 1964 Austin A 90. 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 M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 90. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1964 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1964 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 90 | M |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
