1981 BMW 745 vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 32 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 123 kg more than 1981 BMW 745. 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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti IPL. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 745 | IPL |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2850 mm |
