1993 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti M.
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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan 300 ZX. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan 300 ZX has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan 300 ZX 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:
1993 Nissan 300 ZX | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
Model | 300 ZX | M |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2901 mm |