1996 BMW 745 vs. 1994 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1996 BMW 745 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 745 (283 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1994 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 745 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1994 Infiniti J30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti J30, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 745 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 745 | 1994 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 745 | J30 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |