1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (303 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. (220 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Trans Am.
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, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti FX. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1975 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am 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:
1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Pontiac | Infiniti |
Model | Trans Am | FX |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 303 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 355 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2885 mm |