1990 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Infiniti Q45 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 35 more horse power than 2005 Lexus GS. (242 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Lexus GS. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus GS. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 Lexus GS | |
Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
Model | Q45 | GS |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |