2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (328 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | G37 | Luce |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
