1982 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Mustang 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 243 more horse power than 1982 Ford Mustang. (87 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1982 Ford Mustang. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Mustang | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Mustang | G37 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2850 mm |