2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1986 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1986 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 945 kg more than 1986 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 1986 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
Model | G37 | 420 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |