1999 Ferrari F50 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F50 would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP @ 10497 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (360 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 873 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1999 Ferrari F50 has manual transmission. 1999 Ferrari F50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F50 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | F50 | M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4698 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 671 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10497 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 67 L |
