1999 BMW 318 vs. 1995 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (355 Nm). This means 1995 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318. 1995 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1995 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 318 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
