2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang 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:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Mustang | G37 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4599 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |
