1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1998 Vector M12
To start off, 1998 Vector M12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1994 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Vector M12.
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, 1998 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti Q45. 1994 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1998 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 1998 Vector M12 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 | 1998 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Vector |
| Model | Q45 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
