1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 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 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700. 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 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (61 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 700 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Abarth | Infiniti |
| Model | 700 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
