2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet 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 276 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 Nissan Violet. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Infiniti Q45 | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
Model | Q45 | Violet |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4490 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |