1956 Maserati 450 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti EX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 917 kg more than 1956 Maserati 450.
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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti EX. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1956 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1956 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Maserati 450 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Maserati | Infiniti |
Model | 450 | EX |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1707 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2799 mm |