2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti FX. (316 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti FX. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | F430 | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 90 L |
