1982 Porsche 944 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1982 Porsche 944. (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1982 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 783 kg more than 1982 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Porsche 944. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Porsche 944 | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
Model | 944 | FX |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2885 mm |