1954 Buick 40 vs. 1991 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1991 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1954 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, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1991 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | 40 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2890 mm |