1996 Infiniti G20 vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti G20. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti G20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 746 kg more than 1996 Infiniti G20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti G20, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti G20. (181 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti G20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Infiniti G20 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
| Model | G20 | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3063 mm |
