1996 Ferrari F50 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (330 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 839 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (520 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti M. (366 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti M. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1996 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1996 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F50 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
Model | F50 | M |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 750 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 907 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |