1995 Rover 414i vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 414i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 414i would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1995 Rover 414i. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 414i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 697 kg more than 1995 Rover 414i. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 414i. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 414i. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 414i. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 414i has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 414i will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 414i | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Rover | Infiniti |
| Model | 414i | M |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
