1998 Ferrari 355 Spider vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti EX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 17 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider.
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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti EX. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 355 Spider | EX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
