1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera is newer by 18 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1994 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 220 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti Q45 | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | Q45 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
