2002 Ferrari 550 vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti M. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti M weights approximately 32 kg more than 2002 Ferrari 550.
Because 2009 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ferrari 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ferrari 550 (570 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (355 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ferrari 550 | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 550 | M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
