1995 Renault Sport Spider vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Sport Spider would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 809 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Sport Spider has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Sport Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Sport Spider | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Renault | Infiniti |
| Model | Sport Spider | G37 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
