1975 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1975 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1975 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | 100 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 106 L |
