2007 Infiniti G35 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti G35. (295 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti G35.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Infiniti G35. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti G35. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti G35 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | G35 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 92 L |
