1989 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti M. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 192 kg more than 1989 Porsche 928.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M 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, 1989 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti M. (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 928 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
| Model | 928 | M |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
