1982 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1982 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1982 BMW 325. 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 325. 1994 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1982 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1982 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 325 | 1994 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 325 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
