2008 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Infiniti FX

To start off, both 2008 BMW M6 and 2008 Infiniti FX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti FX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW M6 2008 Infiniti FX
Make BMW Infiniti
Model M6 FX
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 297 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1785 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.8 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L


 

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