2005 Infiniti G35 vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 Infiniti G35 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti G35 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2005 Infiniti G35.
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, 1996 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti G35. (202 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti G35 | 1996 BMW 730 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | G35 | 730 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2950 mm |