1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ferrari 456M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ferrari 456M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2005 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 456M | I |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
