1974 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 670 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Capri | M |
Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |