1969 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. (219 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 846 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Chrysler Town & Country (431 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Town & Country | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Town & Country | FX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
