1971 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1971 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 575 kg more than 1971 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Maverick. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Maverick | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Maverick | M |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2901 mm |
