1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
| Model | 911 | FX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |
