1976 Holden Sunbird vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1976 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1976 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Sunbird | 2007 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Sunbird | M |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
