1974 Holden Statesman vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1974 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 113 kg more than 1974 Holden Statesman. 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, 1974 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Statesman has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Statesman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Statesman | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Holden | Infiniti |
Model | Statesman | G37 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |