1970 Honda S800 vs. 2002 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2002 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800. 2002 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda S800 | 2002 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | S800 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.8 mm |
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 | 710 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |