2008 Ferrari 612 vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti G37. (330 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Ferrari 612.
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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37. 2009 Infiniti G37 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. 2009 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari 612 | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | 612 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 76 L |
