1996 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2010 Infiniti G37.
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, 1996 BMW 740 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti G37. (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 740 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 740 | G37 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |