1974 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 38 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 923 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
Model | 616 | M |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2901 mm |