1991 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2012 BMW 118

To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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, 1991 Infiniti Q45 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Infiniti Q45 2012 BMW 118
Make Infiniti BMW
Model Q45 118
Year Released 1991 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4494 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 277 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 397 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1748 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1411 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 51 L


 

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