1998 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX is newer by 15 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX 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, 1998 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti EX. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 330 | EX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4631 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1589 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |