2000 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 928. (237 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1977 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 928. (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Infiniti Q45 | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | Q45 | 928 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |