1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 2006 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Austin | Infiniti |
Model | A 40 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 81 L |