1973 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1973 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25. 2012 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 1973 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1973 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | G25 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 218 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
