2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 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 91 more horse power than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (238 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 419 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda RX-7. (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | G37 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 77 L |
