1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2005 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 841 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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, 2005 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2005 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2005 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 106 L |
