2007 BMW 323 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323.
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, 2011 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (231 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323. 2011 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 323 | EX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3696 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
