1994 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1994 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1994 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 520 | EX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 |
