1998 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1957 MG MGA
To start off, 1998 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 MG MGA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 MG MGA would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1957 MG MGA. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1957 MG MGA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1957 MG MGA. 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, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 MG MGA. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 MG MGA. 1998 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1957 MG MGA has manual transmission. 1957 MG MGA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti Q45 | 1957 MG MGA | |
| Make | Infiniti | MG |
| Model | Q45 | MGA |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 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 | 1760 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2390 mm |
