2003 Infiniti FX vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Holden Statesman. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 305 kg more than 1976 Holden Statesman. 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti FX | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Infiniti | Holden |
| Model | FX | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2900 mm |
