1993 Infiniti J30 vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Because 2011 BMW 520 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 2011 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti J30, 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, 2011 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Infiniti J30 | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | J30 | 520 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |