1974 Nissan Violet vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet.
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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Violet | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
Model | Violet | M |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2901 mm |