1953 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | 40 | G35 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |
