2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1999 Lotus M250
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lotus M250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lotus M250 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 83 more horse power than 1999 Lotus M250. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lotus M250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1999 Lotus M250. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lotus M250. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lotus M250.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 1999 Lotus M250 | |
Make | Infiniti | Lotus |
Model | G37 | M250 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |