1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 11 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1972 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Infiniti I | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Corvette | I |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |