2001 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 BMW 730. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 730 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 730 | FX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1886 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
