1998 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 318 | FX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
