1997 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1997 Ford Mustang. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 345 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Mustang. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Mustang | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Mustang | M |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2880 mm |