1976 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 255 kg more than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Camaro | FX |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |