1997 BMW S3 vs. 1995 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1997 BMW S3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 BMW S3. (260 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW S3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1997 BMW S3. 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, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW S3. (330 Nm). This means 1995 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW S3. 1995 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1997 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1997 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW S3 | 1995 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | S3 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Top Speed | 258 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2890 mm |
