1985 TVR 390 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR 390. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR 390 would be higher. At 3,905 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 TVR 390 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1985 TVR 390. (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1985 TVR 390. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 541 kg more than 1985 TVR 390. 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, 1985 TVR 390 (367 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 TVR 390 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1985 TVR 390 has manual transmission. 1985 TVR 390 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:
| 1985 TVR 390 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | TVR | Infiniti |
| Model | 390 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
