1999 Nissan Laurel vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Laurel 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 177 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 349 kg more than 1999 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Laurel | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | Laurel | G37 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
