2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G37. (330 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | Z4 | G37 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
