2002 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2002 BMW 740. (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 51 kg more than 2002 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 740. 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, 2002 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti FX. (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 740 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 740 | FX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 5026 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
