1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2011 Lexus GS
To start off, 2011 Lexus GS is newer by 17 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1994 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus GS weights approximately 39 kg more than 1994 Infiniti Q45. 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, 2011 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Infiniti Q45 | 2011 Lexus GS | |
Make | Infiniti | Lexus |
Model | Q45 | GS |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 342 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4826 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |