2002 Infiniti I35 vs. 1978 Porsche 930
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I35 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I35. (255 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I35 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1978 Porsche 930.
Because 1978 Porsche 930 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 1978 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I35, 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, 1978 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I35. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I35. 2002 Infiniti I35 has automatic transmission and 1978 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1978 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti I35 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti I35 | 1978 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | I35 | 930 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |