2005 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1969 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Commodore 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 182 more horse power than 1969 Opel Commodore. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 637 kg more than 1969 Opel Commodore. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Commodore. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Commodore. 2005 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti Q45 | 1969 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Infiniti | Opel |
| Model | Q45 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
