1960 Ford Prefect vs. 2001 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2001 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 982 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. 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, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect. 2001 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1960 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Prefect | 2001 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Prefect | Q45 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 995 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 778 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |