1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Caprice | FX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2885 mm |