2008 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 730 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2011 Infiniti G25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 will offer significantly more control. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 730 | G25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |
