1976 Volvo 265 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 265 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 182 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1976 Volvo 265. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 265. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1976 Volvo 265 has manual transmission. 1976 Volvo 265 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:
| 1976 Volvo 265 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Volvo | Infiniti |
| Model | 265 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
