2004 Infiniti I vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 928 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 1988 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I, 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti I | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | I | 928 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |