1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | 3-Litre | FX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
