1953 Buick 40 vs. 1994 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1953 Buick 40. (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1953 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1953 Buick 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Buick 40. (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Buick 40 | 1994 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | 40 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4315 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2890 mm |