2012 Infiniti G37 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lincoln LS 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 122 more horse power than 2002 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2002 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lincoln LS. (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lincoln LS. 2002 Lincoln LS 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. 2002 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti G37 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lincoln |
| Model | G37 | LS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4651 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |
