1978 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1978 Ford Granada. (96 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Granada.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Granada. (284 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Granada | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Granada | G37 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
