1999 AC Cobra vs. 1998 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1999 AC Cobra is newer by 1 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1999 AC Cobra.
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, 1999 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti Q45. 1998 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1999 AC Cobra 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:
1999 AC Cobra | 1998 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | AC | Infiniti |
Model | Cobra | Q45 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |