1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 1992 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1992 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1992 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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, 1992 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 1992 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355. 1992 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 1992 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | F355 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Top Speed | 294 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2890 mm |
