1958 BMW 600 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1133 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 600 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2850 mm |
