2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 1977 Volvo 66
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Volvo 66 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 220 more horse power than 1977 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1977 Volvo 66.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti G35 | 1977 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | G35 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
