2004 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (343 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 BMW 530. (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (374 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 530. (290 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 530 | IPL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
