1978 Holden Sunbird vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 630 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1978 Holden Sunbird has manual transmission. 1978 Holden Sunbird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Holden Sunbird | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Holden | Infiniti |
Model | Sunbird | M |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2880 mm |