2005 BMW 330 vs. 1999 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Infiniti Q45. (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Infiniti Q45. 1999 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1999 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 330 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
