1999 Infiniti I vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Infiniti I is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti I weights approximately 335 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti I, 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Infiniti I | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | I | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |