2009 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti EX weights approximately 92 kg more than 2009 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 330 | EX |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |