1983 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 525 | EX |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2691 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |