1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 440 kg more than 1997 Ferrari F355.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1997 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1997 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ferrari F355 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
Model | F355 | M |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 461 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |