2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1971 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 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 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 794 kg more than 1971 Porsche 914. 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 1971 Porsche 914 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | G37 | 914 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |