1988 BMW 520 vs. 2002 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2002 Infiniti FX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 266 kg more than 1988 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, 2002 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 2002 Infiniti FX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 520 | FX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |