1995 Infiniti J30 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30, 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Infiniti J30 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | J30 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2270 mm |
