1970 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 158 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Pontiac | Infiniti |
Model | Grand Prix | FX |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6547 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2885 mm |