1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1980 Bitter SC
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Bitter SC 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 99 more horse power than 1980 Bitter SC. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1980 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Bitter SC. 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Infiniti Q45 | 1980 Bitter SC | |
Make | Infiniti | Bitter |
Model | Q45 | SC |
Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |