2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1971 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Holden Statesman. (272 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
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, 1971 Holden Statesman (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti Q45. (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti Q45 | 1971 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Infiniti | Holden |
| Model | Q45 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4490 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
