1998 Ferrari F355 vs. 2006 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355. 2006 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari F355 | 2006 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | F355 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 81 L |
