2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. 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 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Infiniti | Triumph |
Model | Q45 | Herald |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 29 L |