1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Taunus | FX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2885 mm |
