1989 BMW 850 vs. 2002 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2002 Infiniti FX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti FX. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti FX weights approximately 581 kg more than 1989 BMW 850.
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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 2002 Infiniti FX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 850 | FX |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1836 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |