1958 BMW 502 vs. 2000 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 502 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1958 BMW 502. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1958 BMW 502. 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. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1958 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1958 BMW 502 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 502 | 2000 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 502 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
