2007 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 BMW 323. 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 323 | G25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
