1990 BMW 850 vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2002 Infiniti I is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 850 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I. 2002 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2002 Infiniti I | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 850 | I |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
