1951 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 308 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick 40 | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | 40 | FX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2885 mm |
