1973 Porsche 914 vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1663 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. 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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 914 | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
| Model | 914 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1976 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 106 L |
