1963 Ford Zodiac vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1963 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Zodiac. 2010 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Zodiac has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Zodiac will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Zodiac | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Zodiac | G37 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
