2003 Infiniti I vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2003 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti I, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti I. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2003 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2003 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti I | 2012 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | I | 740 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3070 mm |
