1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 144 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M. 2009 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1995 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | M |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
