1976 Buick Estate vs. 2006 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 564 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti FX. (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2006 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Estate | FX |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |