1998 Porsche 993 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 993. (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 993. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Porsche 993. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 993. (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 993. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1998 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1998 Porsche 993 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche 993 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
Model | 993 | M |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2901 mm |