2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 3,695 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1986 Opel Senator. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1986 Opel Senator. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Opel Senator. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 1986 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | G37 | Senator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
