1997 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2007 BMW 545
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 10 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1997 Infiniti Q45. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1997 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1997 Infiniti Q45. 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Infiniti Q45 | 2007 BMW 545 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | Q45 | 545 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1759 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |