1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1960 BMW Isetta
To start off, 1991 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW Isetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW Isetta would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP) has 264 more horse power than 1960 BMW Isetta. (13 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW Isetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1960 BMW Isetta. 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. 1991 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1960 BMW Isetta has manual transmission. 1960 BMW Isetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Infiniti Q45 | 1960 BMW Isetta | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | Q45 | Isetta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 13 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 85 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 1 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 2300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1510 mm |
