1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2009 Infiniti G37

To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 23 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti G37. (330 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 535 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Ferrari Testarossa 2009 Infiniti G37
Make Ferrari Infiniti
Model Testarossa G37
Year Released 1986 2009
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 3695 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 385 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 2120 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2860 mm


 

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