1971 Audi 100 vs. 1992 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1992 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Infiniti Q45 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1992 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Audi | Infiniti |
| Model | 100 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2890 mm |
