1981 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 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 78 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1981 BMW 745. 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 745 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
