2012 Nissan Maxima vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ferrari 599. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ferrari 599 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 12 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 599.
Because 2011 Ferrari 599 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Nissan Maxima | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Nissan | Ferrari |
Model | Maxima | 599 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 652 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4666 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1336 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 105 L |