2004 BMW 730 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 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 730 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 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 730 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
Because 2004 BMW 730 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 2004 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL, 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 730 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 730 | IPL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
