1970 Austin 3 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1970 Austin 3. (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1970 Austin 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 245 kg more than 1970 Austin 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 3. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | 3 | M |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
