1988 Alpine V6 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1988 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1988 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1988 Alpine V6. 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alpine V6. 2010 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1988 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1988 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alpine V6 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Alpine | Infiniti |
Model | V6 | G37 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |