2005 Infiniti M vs. 1996 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 815 kg more than 1996 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Italdesign Nazca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1996 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Infiniti | Italdesign |
| Model | M | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
