2004 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2004 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre 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 192 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. 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, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti Q45 | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Infiniti | Rover |
Model | Q45 | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 452 Nm | 276 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 71.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |