1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Cortina | 2008 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Cortina | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |
