1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2010 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti EX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 944.
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 EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2010 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
| Model | 944 | EX |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2799 mm |
