2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1959 Triumph TR3
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Triumph TR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Triumph TR3 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Triumph TR3. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1959 Triumph TR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1959 Triumph TR3. 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. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1959 Triumph TR3 has manual transmission. 1959 Triumph TR3 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 Triumph TR3 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Triumph |
| Model | Q45 | TR3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 29 L |
