2006 BMW 530 vs. 1997 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 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 242 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. 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, 1997 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 1997 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 530 | Q45 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4130 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 378 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |