1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2012 Infiniti G37

To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Holden Kingswood 2012 Infiniti G37
Make Holden Infiniti
Model Kingswood G37
Year Released 1977 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5042 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 213 HP 348 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 3100 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1686 kg


 

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