2006 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 1997 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 325 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4130 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
