1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 17 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 19 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti QX56. (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti QX56. 2009 Infiniti QX56 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. 2009 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 456 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 106 L |
