2005 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1960 Volvo 120
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 281 more horse power than 1960 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1960 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 842 kg more than 1960 Volvo 120. 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, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volvo 120. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti Q45 | 1960 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Volvo |
| Model | Q45 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
