1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 796 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Cortina | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Cortina | M |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2900 mm |