2008 Infiniti FX vs. 1973 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 1973 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2870 mm |
