1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2011 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1987 Audi Coupe has manual transmission. 1987 Audi Coupe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1987 Audi Coupe 2011 Infiniti FX
Make Audi Infiniti
Model Coupe FX
Year Released 1987 2011
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1781 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 109 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 158 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 980 kg 2062 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1679 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2885 mm