2008 Infiniti M vs. 1989 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1989 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 87 kg more than 1989 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 1989 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | M | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
