2005 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 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 188 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 207 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 318 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
