1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1952 MG YB
To start off, 1990 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 MG YB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 MG YB 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 232 more horse power than 1952 MG YB. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1952 MG YB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1952 MG YB. 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 MG YB. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 MG YB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Infiniti Q45 | 1952 MG YB | |
| Make | Infiniti | MG |
| Model | Q45 | YB |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1250 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
