1971 Holden Torana vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1971 Holden Torana. (55 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Torana.
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 (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Torana. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Torana. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Torana has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Torana 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:
| 1971 Holden Torana | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Torana | EX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1159 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2799 mm |
