2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1992 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 Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti Q45 | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | Q45 | 928 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |