2003 Infiniti M vs. 1966 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph Spitfire 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 273 more horse power than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph Spitfire. (93 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti M | 1966 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Infiniti | Triumph |
Model | M | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 37 L |