1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2003 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 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 248 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 448 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. 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, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95. 2003 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 2003 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | A 95 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 81 L |
