1966 Ferrari 275 vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1996 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275.
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, 1996 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 275. (294 Nm). This means 1996 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 275. 1996 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 275 has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 275 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 275 | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 275 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3285 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 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 | 1175 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 60 L |
