1966 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird 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 283 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Bluebird | G37 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
