2008 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 652 kg more than 2008 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 535. (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 535 | FX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2885 mm |
