1975 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 948 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Escort | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Escort | M |
Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1823 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2901 mm |