1978 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 659 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-7. 2010 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1978 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1978 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
| Model | RX-7 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
