1961 Maserati 5000 GT vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 5000 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 5000 GT would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 5000 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 5000 GT should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX.
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. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1961 Maserati 5000 GT has manual transmission. 1961 Maserati 5000 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Maserati 5000 GT | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Maserati | Infiniti |
| Model | 5000 GT | EX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2799 mm |
