2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Ferrari F430.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | F430 | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
