1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 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 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 378 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. 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. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 70 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 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 | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
