1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Corvette | G25 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |