1993 Buick Century vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1993 Buick Century. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti FX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Century | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Century | FX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 303 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 2885 mm |
