2008 Infiniti M vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Infiniti J30. (211 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 237 kg more than 1996 Infiniti J30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Infiniti J30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti M | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Infiniti |
| Model | M | J30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
