2004 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1960 NSU Sport
To start off, 2004 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 310 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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. 2004 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1960 NSU Sport has manual transmission. 1960 NSU Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Infiniti Q45 | 1960 NSU Sport | |
| Make | Infiniti | NSU |
| Model | Q45 | Sport |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2010 mm |
