2005 Infiniti M vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac 6000 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 139 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 319 kg more than 1990 Pontiac 6000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac 6000. (248 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | M | 6000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
