1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang.
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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Mustang | M |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |