1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti M. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 247 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | M |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6491 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
