2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1972 Isuzu 117
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Isuzu 117 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 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1972 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1972 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 639 kg more than 1972 Isuzu 117. 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 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 1972 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Isuzu |
| Model | G37 | 117 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
