1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 196 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | FX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
