1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2000 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
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, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Infiniti Q45. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1968 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2000 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | GT 40 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 60 L |