2005 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,428 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 68 kg more than 2012 Infiniti G25. 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 535 (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25. 2012 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 BMW 535 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 535 | G25 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |