1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (330 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2012 Infiniti M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ferrari 400 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
Model | 400 | M |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 76 L |