2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1959 Lancia Flaminia
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Flaminia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Flaminia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Infiniti Q45 | 1959 Lancia Flaminia | |
Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
Model | Q45 | Flaminia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 101 HP |
Torque | 378 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |