1997 Renault Spider vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Spider would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1997 Renault Spider. (140 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 692 kg more than 1997 Renault Spider. 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Renault Spider | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Renault | Infiniti |
Model | Spider | G37 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |