1974 AMC Matador vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AMC Matador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AMC Matador would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1974 AMC Matador. (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1974 AMC Matador.
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, 1974 AMC Matador (427 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
1974 AMC Matador | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | AMC | Infiniti |
Model | Matador | G37 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5896 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |