2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1972 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 689 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Centura. 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, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Centura. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti Q45 | 1972 Chrysler Centura | |
| Make | Infiniti | Chrysler |
| Model | Q45 | Centura |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
