1987 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 652 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 420 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Maserati | Infiniti |
| Model | 420 | M |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1827 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
