1955 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40.
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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | 40 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
