1955 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2004 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2004 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. 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, 2004 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ferrari 250 GT. 2004 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1955 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1955 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ferrari 250 GT | 2004 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 250 GT | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 81 L |
