1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | El Camino | M |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |