1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 807 kg more than 1974 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda 616 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | 616 | M |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
