1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 186 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX. 2003 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1972 Ford Mustang | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Mustang | FX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |