1969 Cadillac Calais vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Cadillac Calais. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1969 Cadillac Calais.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Cadillac Calais. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1969 Cadillac Calais (710 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (550 Nm). This means 1969 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Cadillac Calais | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
Model | Calais | FX |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 710 Nm | 550 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |