1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1964 Bristol 408. (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1964 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1964 Bristol 408. 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, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Bristol 408 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Bristol | Infiniti |
Model | 408 | G37 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5130 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |