1946 Austin 16 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | 16 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1686 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
