2007 Infiniti FX vs. 1976 Volvo 260
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 260. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 260.
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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 260. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 260.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti FX | 1976 Volvo 260 | |
Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
Model | FX | 260 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |