1973 BMW Touring vs. 2003 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2003 Infiniti G35 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti G35 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti G35 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Infiniti G35 (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 2003 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | Touring | G35 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
