1979 Holden GTS vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1979 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 413 kg more than 1979 Holden GTS. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Holden GTS. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1979 Holden GTS has manual transmission. 1979 Holden GTS 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:
1979 Holden GTS | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Holden | Infiniti |
Model | GTS | FX |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2885 mm |