1983 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 224 kg more than 2011 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti EX. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1983 Maserati Quattroporte has manual transmission. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte 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:
| 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Maserati | Infiniti |
| Model | Quattroporte | EX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4930 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1721 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2799 mm |
