1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce 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 224 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 393 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | Luce | G37 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2618 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
