2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-450 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G37. (348 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G37.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 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:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | F-450 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 76 L |
