1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti FX. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 132 kg more than 1993 Cadillac Allante.
Because 2003 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Infiniti |
| Model | Allante | FX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2860 mm |
