2001 Ginetta G34 vs. 1991 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2001 Ginetta G34 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 940 kg more than 2001 Ginetta G34. 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, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ginetta G34. 1991 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ginetta G34 has manual transmission. 2001 Ginetta G34 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ginetta G34 | 1991 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Infiniti |
| Model | G34 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1440 mm |
