2006 Infiniti G35 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti G35 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Infiniti G35.
Because 2012 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti G35, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Infiniti G35 (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti G35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti G35 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | G35 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
