1964 Ford Cortina vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 735 kg more than 1964 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Ford Cortina 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 1964 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Cortina | 2004 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Cortina | I |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
