2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet 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 248 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1972 Mercury Comet. 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 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1972 Mercury Comet has manual transmission. 1972 Mercury Comet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Infiniti | Mercury |
Model | G37 | Comet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |