1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti Q45 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 48 more horse power than 2012 Lotus Elise. (217 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 833 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Elise. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Elise. 1997 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Elise will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti Q45 | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Infiniti | Lotus |
| Model | Q45 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1118 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 44 L |
