2007 Infiniti G35 vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti G35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti G35 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti G35 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123.
Because 2011 BMW 123 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 2011 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti G35. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti G35 | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | G35 | 123 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
