2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Infiniti I would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 150 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti I. 2001 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche 911 | 2001 Infiniti I | |
Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
Model | 911 | I |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4491 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2355 mm | 2760 mm |