1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 877 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2005 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 2005 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | GT 40 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 83 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 | 1837 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 | 81 L |
