1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina 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 242 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 749 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 will offer significantly more control. 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 G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Cortina | G37 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2850 mm |
