1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 358 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
Model | 928 | FX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1888 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |