1984 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 739 kg more than 1984 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Beta. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Beta. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lancia Beta | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Lancia | Infiniti |
| Model | Beta | G37 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
