1995 BMW S3 vs. 2004 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2004 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
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, 2004 Infiniti QX56 (529 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2004 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | S3 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
