1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 549 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Camaro | FX |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5026 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2885 mm |