2005 Infiniti M vs. 1969 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mitsubishi Galant 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 263 more horse power than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 915 kg more than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1969 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1969 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1969 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M | Galant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2310 mm |
