2008 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1972 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 Nissan Sunny. 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti QX56 | 1972 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | QX56 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2310 mm |
