2011 Infiniti M vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 441 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti M | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Infiniti | Ford |
| Model | M | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5600 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1916 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1514 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2830 mm |
