1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Ferrari Maranello.
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 Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1998 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 1998 Ferrari Maranello 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:
1998 Ferrari Maranello | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
Model | Maranello | M |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 479 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.7 mm |
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 | 1645 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 79 L |