1955 Ford Consul vs. 2005 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 300 more horse power than 1955 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 792 kg more than 1955 Ford Consul. 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, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Consul. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Consul. 2005 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Ford Consul | 2005 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Consul | Q45 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1508 cc | 4490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 340 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 453 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |