1973 BMW Touring vs. 2001 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2001 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2001 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | Touring | Q45 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |