1981 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 745 (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX.
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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1981 BMW 745 has manual transmission. 1981 BMW 745 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.
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1981 BMW 745 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 745 | EX |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
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 Length | 4870 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |