1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti Q45 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 124 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti Q45 | 2005 BMW 318 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | Q45 | 318 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |