1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2003 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 354 kg more than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2003 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Infiniti |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
