2012 Porsche Panamera vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2001 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera. 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 Panamera (400 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche Panamera | 2001 Infiniti I | |
Make | Porsche | Infiniti |
Model | Panamera | I |
Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 7-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4968 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1931 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1408 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |