1978 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 566 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica. 1978 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 2012 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2012 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Celica | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Toyota | Infiniti |
| Model | Celica | G37 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
