1999 Ferrari 360 vs. 2001 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2001 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1999 Ferrari 360.
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, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari 360. 2001 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari 360 | 2001 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 360 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1450 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
