1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Belmont 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 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1973 Holden Belmont. 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Holden | Infiniti |
| Model | Belmont | G37 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1686 kg |
