2008 Infiniti G35 vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti G35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti G35 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti G35. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti G35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 730 kg more than 2008 Infiniti G35. 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 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti G35. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti G35.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Infiniti G35 | 2012 BMW 550 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | G35 | 550 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
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 | 306 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |