2008 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2008 BMW 525.
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, 1999 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1999 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 525 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4128 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
