2005 Infiniti M vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 390 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | M | 968 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |