1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 23 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (324 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 445 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 2013 Infiniti G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G 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 G (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
| Model | 911 | G |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2850 mm |
