1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Infiniti |
Model | 100 | G37 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |