1998 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 1998 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | Q45 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |