2008 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 525 | EX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 235 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
