2006 BMW 330 vs. 1994 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1994 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 330 | Q45 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |