2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z4 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4.
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, 2002 BMW Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW Z4 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | Z4 | G25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
