2007 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Infiniti I
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2007 BMW 330 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 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I, 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2002 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2002 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2002 Infiniti I | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 330 | I |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
