1972 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic 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 277 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. 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 1972 Honda Civic. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | G37 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1407 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |