1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1960 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1991 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lotus Seven 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1960 Lotus Seven. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lotus Seven.
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 Lotus Seven has manual transmission. 1960 Lotus Seven 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 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lotus |
| Model | Q45 | Seven |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 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 Length | 5080 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 29 L |
