2006 Infiniti FX vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (125 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 485 kg more than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Pontiac Firebird. (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti FX | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | FX | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
