2000 Infiniti I vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Infiniti I is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 911. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti I weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Infiniti I | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | I | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 79 L |
