2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | Z9 | FX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2885 mm |
