2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1994 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1994 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Ferrari 550.
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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti Q45. 1994 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari 550 has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ferrari 550 | 1994 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
Model | 550 | Q45 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 299 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 | 1690 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 72 L |