1970 Ford 12 M 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 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford 12 M. 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 (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | 12 M | FX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2885 mm |
