1979 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1979 Buick Estate. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Estate.
Because 1979 Buick Estate 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 1979 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35, 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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Estate. (275 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Estate | 2007 Infiniti G35 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Estate | G35 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |