1988 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 BMW 520. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 132 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.
Because 2011 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 will offer significantly more control. 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 G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 520. (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 520 | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 520 | G25 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |