1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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 (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Infiniti G. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 911 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
Model | 911 | G |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |