1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 516 kg more than 1982 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Falcon | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Falcon | FX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1886 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2885 mm |
