2007 Infiniti FX vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster 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 77 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster.
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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Speedster has manual transmission. 1998 Opel Speedster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti FX | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Infiniti | Opel |
Model | FX | Speedster |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2340 mm |