1979 Buick Century vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Century | G37 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |