2005 Infiniti M vs. 1972 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry 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 282 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1972 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | M | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
