2009 BMW 335 vs. 1996 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,128 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 1996 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1996 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 335 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4128 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
