1995 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1995 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS. 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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Infiniti Q45 | 1977 Holden GTS | |
Make | Infiniti | Holden |
Model | Q45 | GTS |
Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 278 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |