2012 Infiniti G37 vs. 1980 Volvo 265
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 265. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 265 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 265. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 265. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1980 Volvo 265. 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 265. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 265. 1980 Volvo 265 has automatic transmission and 2012 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2012 Infiniti G37 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Volvo 265 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti G37 | 1980 Volvo 265 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | G37 | 265 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2660 mm |
