2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century 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 224 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 1981 Buick Century | |
Make | Infiniti | Buick |
Model | G37 | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |