1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 928 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M 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 2012 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda 1300 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | 1300 | M |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5600 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |
