1974 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 774 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Infiniti |
| Model | Passat | G37 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
