2005 Infiniti M vs. 1973 Rover 2000
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover 2000 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 171 more horse power than 1973 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Rover 2000. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 2000. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1973 Rover 2000 has manual transmission. 1973 Rover 2000 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 | 1973 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Rover |
| Model | M | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
