2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 473 kg more than 1968 Plymouth VIP. 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | Infiniti | Plymouth |
Model | G37 | VIP |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |