1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti M. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1978 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1978 Avanti Avanti 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:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | Avanti | Infiniti |
Model | Avanti | M |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |