2004 Nissan Maxima vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Maxima. (261 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2004 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ferrari 599 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Maxima. (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Maxima | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ferrari |
| Model | Maxima | 599 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
