2008 Infiniti FX vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1996 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti FX weights approximately 168 kg more than 1996 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | FX | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
