1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1950 Simca 8
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Simca 8 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1950 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1950 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1950 Simca 8. 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. 1994 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1950 Simca 8 has manual transmission. 1950 Simca 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti Q45 | 1950 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Simca |
| Model | Q45 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
