1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 19 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1994 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Infiniti Q45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Infiniti Q45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Infiniti Q45 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | Q45 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
