2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 1984 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1984 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Infiniti G37 (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti G37 | 1984 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
| Model | G37 | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3696 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 66 L |
