1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1959 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1990 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph TR3 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 183 more horse power than 1959 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1959 Triumph TR3. 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. 1990 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1959 Triumph TR3 has manual transmission. 1959 Triumph TR3 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 | 1959 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Triumph |
| Model | Q45 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 29 L |
