1989 Ferrari F40 vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti G37. (328 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1989 Ferrari F40.
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 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari F40 | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | F40 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 622 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 76 L |
