2008 BMW 530 vs. 1992 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 7 kg more than 1992 Infiniti J30.
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, 2008 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti J30. (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 530 | 1992 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 530 | J30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2958 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
