1975 BMW 520 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1975 BMW 520. (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 420 kg more than 1975 BMW 520. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 520. (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 520. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 520 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 520 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 520 | EX |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
