2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Infiniti I
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Infiniti I were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti I, 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, 2005 BMW 330 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Infiniti I | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 330 | I |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |