2005 Infiniti M vs. 1986 Maserati 228
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 475 kg more than 1986 Maserati 228. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 228. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1986 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1986 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 1986 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
| Model | M | 228 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
