1951 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1996 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1996 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C has manual transmission. 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alfa Romeo 6C | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | 6C | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
