2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325. 2011 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 325 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4655 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
