1976 Ford LTD vs. 2001 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2001 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford LTD weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 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, 1976 Ford LTD (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford LTD | 2001 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | LTD | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5762 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |
