2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2002 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti Q45. (288 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2002 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti Q45. 2002 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2008 Ferrari 612 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2002 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 612 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 60 L |
