1979 BMW 732 vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1979 BMW 732. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1979 BMW 732. 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1979 BMW 732 has manual transmission. 1979 BMW 732 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 732 | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 732 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
