2000 Porsche 996 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Porsche 996. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2000 Porsche 996. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 745 kg more than 2000 Porsche 996. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Infiniti G37. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Porsche 996 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Porsche 996. (357 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche 996 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
| Model | 996 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 3695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
