1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 2007 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti FX. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti FX.
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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1969 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 2007 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | GT 40 | FX |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 90 L |
