1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1990 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1990 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. 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, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 2004 | 1990 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 2004 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |