2005 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 227 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (381 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti Q45 | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Infiniti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Q45 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |
