1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
Model | Corvette | Q45 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |