2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 1972 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. 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, 2005 Infiniti G35 (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti G35 | 1972 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | G35 | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |