1985 Ferrari 400 vs. 1989 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1989 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1989 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 1989 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ferrari 400. 1989 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1985 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1985 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ferrari 400 | 1989 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 400 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 72 L |
