2008 Infiniti M vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 570 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | M | Sports |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2160 mm |
