2009 Infiniti M vs. 1973 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 857 kg more than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti M | 1973 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | M | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |
