1970 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Quattroporte 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 1970 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1970 Maserati Quattroporte 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.
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1970 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Maserati | Infiniti |
Model | Quattroporte | EX |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4709 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2799 mm |