1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 1998 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1998 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1969 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Zephyr | 1998 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Zephyr | Q45 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |