1992 BMW 520 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520.
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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 520 | EX |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1572 mm |