1962 Volvo 220 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Volvo 220 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 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1962 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1962 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 633 kg more than 1962 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Volvo 220 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Volvo | Infiniti |
| Model | 220 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
