1971 Ford GT 40 vs. 2002 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2002 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti Q45. (288 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford GT 40. 2002 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1971 Ford GT 40 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:
| 1971 Ford GT 40 | 2002 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | GT 40 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| 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 | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 60 L |
