2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 1995 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1995 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1995 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Infiniti J30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ferrari 612 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 2005 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30, 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 1995 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 612 | J30 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 515 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 72 L |
