1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 679 kg more than 1970 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Taunus | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Taunus | FX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
