1963 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Spider | G35 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
