2009 Infiniti QX56 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 544 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti QX56 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Infiniti | Porsche |
Model | QX56 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 533 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1260 mm |