1960 Ginetta G4 vs. 1995 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1995 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1960 Ginetta G4. (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1960 Ginetta G4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4. 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, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ginetta G4. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ginetta G4. 1995 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ginetta G4 has manual transmission. 1960 Ginetta G4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ginetta G4 | 1995 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Infiniti |
| Model | G4 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 72 L |
