1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 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 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 409 kg more than 1968 Fiat 2300. 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 (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 2300. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 2300. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 2300 | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 2300 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
