1979 Dodge Aspen 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 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen 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 230 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen. 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Aspen | G37 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2850 mm |