1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 39 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti FX. 2011 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. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Mustang | FX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5753 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |
