2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (420 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ferrari 360 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
Model | 360 | M |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
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 Length | 4480 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 67 L |