1997 Infiniti QX4 vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 768 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti QX4. (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti QX4. 1997 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Infiniti QX4 | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | QX4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
