1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,821 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 400. (310 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
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, 1980 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
Model | 400 | G37 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4821 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 76 L |