1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 (348 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (374 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | Spider | G37 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1287 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 348 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 374 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2850 mm |