1975 Pontiac Trans Am 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 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 (456 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (434 Nm). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1975 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am 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 Pontiac Trans Am | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Pontiac | Infiniti |
| Model | Trans Am | M |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
