2004 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 2004 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 701 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. 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, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (502 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile 442.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti QX56 | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | QX56 | 442 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2431 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
