1988 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1988 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 544 kg more than 1988 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 FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1988 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1988 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 420 | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Maserati | Infiniti |
| Model | 420 | FX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1175 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
