1991 Porsche 968 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 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 (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 252 kg more than 1991 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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Porsche 968 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
Model | 968 | G |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2989 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |