1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mustang. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 993 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang. 2011 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Mustang | 2011 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Mustang | QX56 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4655 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 386 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 2540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5291 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |