1999 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 208 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318. 2012 Infiniti G37 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. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 318 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
