1970 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 158 kg more than 1970 Maserati Quattroporte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 FX 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 FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Maserati Quattroporte | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Maserati | Infiniti |
Model | Quattroporte | FX |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4709 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 Weight | 1730 kg | 1888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2885 mm |