1996 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G37. (348 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 512 TR | G37 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1686 kg |
