2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G37. (348 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2009 Ferrari F430.
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, 2009 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2009 Ferrari F430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Infiniti |
| Model | F430 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 348 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1686 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
