1989 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Porsche 911. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1989 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1989 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1989 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Porsche 911 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
Model | 911 | EX |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |