2001 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 2001 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 423 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. 2001 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti Q45 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Q45 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
