1994 BMW 520 vs. 1990 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1994 BMW 520. 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, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 520 | 1990 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 520 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |