1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 539 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Maserati 420 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
Make | Maserati | Infiniti |
Model | 420 | M |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |