2001 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 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, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 745 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
