1971 Ford GT 70 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 70 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1971 Ford GT 70. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford GT 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 887 kg more than 1971 Ford GT 70. 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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 70. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford GT 70 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | GT 70 | G |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2850 mm |
