1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,695 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Scorpio | G37 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
