1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1991 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 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 169 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. 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, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914. 1991 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 914 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 | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | Q45 | 914 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
