1975 Ford Torino vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 69 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Torino | M |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
