2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1972 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo P 1800 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 232 more horse power than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo P 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1972 Volvo P 1800. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo P 1800. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo P 1800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 1972 Volvo P 1800 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | G37 | P 1800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |