1979 Reliant SE6 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant SE6 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 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1979 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1979 Reliant SE6. 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 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Reliant SE6. 2010 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1979 Reliant SE6 has manual transmission. 1979 Reliant SE6 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:
1979 Reliant SE6 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Reliant | Infiniti |
Model | SE6 | G37 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |