1954 Ferrari 375 America vs. 2001 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2001 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 4,523 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 America should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 America.
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. 2001 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1954 Ferrari 375 America has manual transmission. 1954 Ferrari 375 America will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ferrari 375 America | 2001 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 375 America | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4523 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |
