1998 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 320 | FX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
