1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 373 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chrysler Sedan. 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, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chrysler Sedan | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
Model | Sedan | FX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2885 mm |