1997 BMW 850 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (316 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX.
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 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (360 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 850 | EX |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 360 Nm |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2799 mm |