1979 Ford LTD vs. 2005 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Ford LTD. (297 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1979 Ford LTD. 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti Q45. (453 Nm). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford LTD | 2005 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | LTD | Q45 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 4490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 340 HP |
Torque | 525 Nm | 453 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2880 mm |