1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2003 Infiniti M
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola.
Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Infiniti M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. 2003 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola | 2003 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Nuvola | M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
