2008 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti FX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 770 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.
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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti FX | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | FX | 650 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |