1979 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 928 (295 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1979 Porsche 928.
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, 1979 Porsche 928 (380 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25. 2011 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Porsche 928 | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
Model | 928 | G25 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 76 L |