2006 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G37.
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, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 330 | G37 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |