2008 BMW 730 vs. 1990 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Infiniti Q45.
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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 730 | 1990 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 730 | Q45 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 246 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 | 1900 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |