2003 Infiniti M vs. 1967 Renault 8
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 8 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 293 more horse power than 1967 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1967 Renault 8. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti M | 1967 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Renault |
| Model | M | 8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 38 L |
