2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1977 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti QX56 | 1977 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Infiniti | Ford |
Model | QX56 | Cortina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2580 mm |