2004 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Infiniti G35
To start off, 2007 Infiniti G35 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 730.
Because 2007 Infiniti G35 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Infiniti G35 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 730 | 2007 Infiniti G35 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 730 | G35 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
