1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Jimmy | FX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2885 mm |
