2004 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G37.
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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 525 | G37 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |