2003 Infiniti M vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 26 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 928. (237 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 297 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 928. (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti M | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | M | 928 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 4473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 85 L |