1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | Q45 | 320 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1686 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |