2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1957 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Corona. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1957 Toyota Corona. 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Corona. 2002 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1957 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1957 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti Q45 | 1957 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | Q45 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
