2007 Infiniti M vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944.
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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Infiniti M | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | M | 944 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |