1998 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2007 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330.
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 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2007 Infiniti QX56 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 330 | QX56 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |