1970 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G37. (348 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 29 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G37. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1970 Pontiac GTO has manual transmission. 1970 Pontiac GTO 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:
1970 Pontiac GTO | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Pontiac | Infiniti |
Model | GTO | G37 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7460 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 348 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1686 kg |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |