1970 Ford Falcon vs. 2006 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 2006 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Falcon | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
