1967 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 288 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 957 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. 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, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Cortina | 2005 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Cortina | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 81 L |
