1993 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1993 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey 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 139 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 787 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 1993 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Healey 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 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jensen |
| Model | Q45 | Healey |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 69.3 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 | 1752 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
