1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 2000 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 2000 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1962 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 2000 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1590 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 60 L |
