2006 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 BMW 760

To start off, 2012 BMW 760 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 760 (541 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti FX. (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 760 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 760 (750 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Infiniti FX. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Infiniti FX.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Infiniti FX 2012 BMW 760
Make Infiniti BMW
Model FX 760
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4490 cc 5972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 541 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 750 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 2250 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5212 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1479 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 18.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 82 L


 

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