1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 2400 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 2400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Abarth | Infiniti |
| Model | 2400 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2323 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1686 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
