2007 Infiniti M vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 2007 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 2007 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora, 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | M | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
