1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 810 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Violet | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Violet | M |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2901 mm |
