1989 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Infiniti Q45 | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | Q45 | M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
