1970 Honda N III vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 1332 kg more than 1970 Honda N III. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (30 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda N III has manual transmission. 1970 Honda N III will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda N III | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | N III | M |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 354 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2901 mm |
