2006 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Century weights approximately 380 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX56 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, 2006 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century. 2006 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1972 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1972 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti QX56 | 1972 Toyota Century | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | QX56 | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5555 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2870 mm |