1966 Vauxhall Viscount vs. 2011 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.

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, 2011 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Viscount has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Vauxhall Viscount 2011 Infiniti EX
Make Vauxhall Infiniti
Model Viscount EX
Year Released 1966 2011
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3294 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 122 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 241 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1572 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2799 mm


 

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