1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1998 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti QX56 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 2010 Infiniti QX56. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Dyane, 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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | Dyane | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1976 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 106 L |
