1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 77 kg more than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | New Yorker | FX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2885 mm |
