2003 Ferrari Maranello vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (508 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Ferrari Maranello.
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, 2003 Ferrari Maranello (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari Maranello will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari Maranello | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | Maranello | M |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 75 L |
