1959 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1999 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 679 kg more than 1959 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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul. 1999 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford Consul | 1999 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Consul | Q45 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 4128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |