2001 Ford 49 vs. 1999 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2001 Ford 49 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 461 kg more than 2001 Ford 49. 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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford 49 | 1999 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | 49 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1759 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
