1993 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1961 Triumph TR3
To start off, 1993 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR3 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR3. (101 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 848 kg more than 1961 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph TR3. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph TR3. 1993 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1961 Triumph TR3 has manual transmission. 1961 Triumph TR3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Infiniti Q45 | 1961 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Triumph |
| Model | Q45 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 174 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 | 1752 kg | 904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
