1961 Chrysler Imperial 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 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 712 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Imperial | G37 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2850 mm |
