1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G37 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice.
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, 2008 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Caprice | G37 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2860 mm |
