2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1957 Steyr 500
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Steyr 500 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1957 Steyr 500. (16 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1957 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1957 Steyr 500. 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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Steyr 500. 2006 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1957 Steyr 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Steyr 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 1957 Steyr 500 | |
Make | Infiniti | Steyr |
Model | Q45 | 500 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 16 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 1850 mm |