2005 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2010 Infiniti G37 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 214 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, 2010 Infiniti G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2010 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 330 | G37 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1719 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |