1970 Ford Taunus 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 Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 938 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus. 2012 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. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Taunus | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Taunus | FX |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |