2011 Infiniti G37 vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti G37. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti G37 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2013 Volvo C70. (224 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G37.
Because 2011 Infiniti G37 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Infiniti G37 | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | G37 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1392 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
