1980 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 338 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
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 M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ferrari 512 BB | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
Model | 512 BB | M |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4494 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
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 | 1452 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 75 L |