1996 BMW 528 vs. 1997 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1997 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1996 BMW 528. 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 528 | 1997 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 528 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |