2003 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. Both 2003 BMW 530 and 2012 Infiniti EX are equipped with a 2,993 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530.
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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 530 | EX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
