1999 Infiniti I vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Infiniti I is newer by 1 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1999 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 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 54 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Infiniti I. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | I | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |