2005 Infiniti I vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Infiniti I is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti I weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti I | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | I | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
