1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 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 206 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Infiniti |
Model | 3000 | G37 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |