1970 Volkswagen K 70 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen K 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen K 70 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen K 70.

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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen K 70. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1970 Volkswagen K 70 has manual transmission. 1970 Volkswagen K 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Volkswagen K 70 2012 Infiniti EX
Make Volkswagen Infiniti
Model K 70 EX
Year Released 1970 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1605 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 75 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 123 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 148 km/hour 220 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1572 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 52 L 76 L