1959 Talbot Lago America vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (316 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1959 Talbot Lago America.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Talbot Lago America. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Talbot Lago America. (191 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Talbot Lago America. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1959 Talbot Lago America has manual transmission. 1959 Talbot Lago America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Talbot Lago America | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Talbot | Infiniti |
| Model | Lago America | FX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2885 mm |
