1967 Ford 17 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. 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 G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 17 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | 17 | G25 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 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 | 1050 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |