1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 715 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 818 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | 818 | EX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2799 mm |
