1993 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 20 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 474 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911. 2013 Infiniti G 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. 2013 Infiniti G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 911 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
| Model | 911 | G |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4657 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2850 mm |
