1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2008 Infiniti G35 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti G35. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti G35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti G35 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti G35. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | G35 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
