1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti M. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Camaro | M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 140 mm |
