1950 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 200 kg more than 1950 Buick 40. 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, 2005 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Buick 40. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2005 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | 40 | FX |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2860 mm |