1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1992 Porsche 968
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 968. (241 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968. 1991 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Infiniti Q45 | 1992 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | Q45 | 968 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |