2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1987 Maserati 228
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1987 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1987 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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1987 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1987 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti G37 | 1987 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
Model | G37 | 228 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |