2009 Infiniti FX vs. 1974 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,558 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville. (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 1974 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
| Model | FX | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5019 cc | 6558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3140 mm |
