1978 Subaru Rex vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1978 Subaru Rex. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Rex. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1978 Subaru Rex has manual transmission. 1978 Subaru Rex will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Rex | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Subaru | Infiniti |
| Model | Rex | M |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 544 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1930 mm | 2901 mm |
