1968 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
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, 2012 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Escort | EX |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |