1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 252 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 2010 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911. 2010 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
| Model | 911 | M |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
