1966 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1966 AC Cobra.
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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti Q45. (453 Nm). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti Q45. 2005 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1966 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1966 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2005 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | AC | Infiniti |
| Model | Cobra | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
