2005 Infiniti M vs. 1951 MG YB
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 MG YB would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1951 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1951 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 680 kg more than 1951 MG YB. 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 (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1951 MG YB | |
| Make | Infiniti | MG |
| Model | M | YB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1951 |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
