1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Corvette | G25 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3868 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |