1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Maserati 450. (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1957 Maserati 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Maserati 450. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Maserati 450. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1957 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1957 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Maserati | Infiniti |
| Model | 450 | M |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1917 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2901 mm |
