2000 Ford TS-50 vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2000 Ford TS-50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 Ford TS-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TS-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 552 kg more than 2000 Ford TS-50. 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, 1996 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford TS-50. (175 Nm). This means 1996 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford TS-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford TS-50 | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | TS-50 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1760 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
