1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2004 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2004 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti Q45. (452 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti Q45. 2004 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ferrari Testarossa has manual transmission. 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2004 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | Testarossa | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
