1973 AC 428 vs. 1998 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1998 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 AC 428.
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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti Q45. 1998 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1973 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1973 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 1998 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | AC | Infiniti |
| Model | 428 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1430 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
