1977 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Because 2009 Infiniti G37 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 De Tomaso Deauville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 De Tomaso Deauville | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Infiniti |
| Model | Deauville | G37 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 329 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
