2005 Infiniti M vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat 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 287 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 846 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. 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 (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volkswagen |
| Model | M | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
