1996 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 BMW 325. 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 325. 2003 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 325 | FX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
