2005 Infiniti FX vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti FX. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 540 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
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, 1985 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti FX. 2005 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti FX | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | FX | 930 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |