1966 Ford 12 M vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1966 Ford 12 M. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1966 Ford 12 M. 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford 12 M. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford 12 M | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | 12 M | G37 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |