2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1990 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9.
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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 1990 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | Z9 | Q45 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2890 mm |