1975 Mazda 818 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37

To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 767 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1975 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1975 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Mazda 818 2011 Infiniti G37
Make Mazda Infiniti
Model 818 G37
Year Released 1975 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1272 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 68 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 92 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1647 kg
Vehicle Length 4080 mm 4655 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1824 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1392 mm
Wheelbase Size 2320 mm 2850 mm