2004 Infiniti FX vs. 1997 BMW 730
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 BMW 730. 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti FX | 1997 BMW 730 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | FX | 730 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |