1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 273 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti Q45 | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Infiniti | Rover |
Model | Q45 | P4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |