1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1961 Tatra T603
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Tatra T603 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 171 more horse power than 1961 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1961 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1961 Tatra T603. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Tatra T603. (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti Q45 | 1961 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Infiniti | Tatra |
Model | Q45 | T603 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |