1967 Riley Kestrel vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel 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 277 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 947 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Riley Kestrel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Riley Kestrel | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Riley | Infiniti |
| Model | Kestrel | M |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 888 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |
