1977 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 737 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Capri | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Capri | M |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
