1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G37. (348 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 223 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Corvette | G37 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 348 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 374 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1686 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |