1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1954 MG Magnett
To start off, 1990 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 MG Magnett 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 218 more horse power than 1954 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1954 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1954 MG Magnett. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 MG Magnett. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 MG Magnett. 1990 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1954 MG Magnett has manual transmission. 1954 MG Magnett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Infiniti Q45 | 1954 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Infiniti | MG |
| Model | Q45 | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
