1998 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1958 Maserati 450
To start off, 1998 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1998 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
Because 1998 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Maserati 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti QX4 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, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Infiniti QX4. 1998 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Infiniti QX4 | 1958 Maserati 450 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
| Model | QX4 | 450 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 790 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
