1990 Buick Electra vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Electra.
Because 2011 Infiniti G37 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Electra | G37 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2850 mm |
