2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti Q45 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | Q45 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
