1968 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G37 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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, 2008 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2008 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 2008 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Escort | G37 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 76 L |
