1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2002 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2002 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti Q45. (288 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 456.
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, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti Q45. 2002 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 456 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 456 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2002 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 456 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 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 | 1700 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 60 L |
