2005 Infiniti M vs. 1968 Triumph 2.5
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 2.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 2.5 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 2.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 602 kg more than 1968 Triumph 2.5. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 2.5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 2.5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1968 Triumph 2.5 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Triumph |
| Model | M | 2.5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
