2009 BMW 523 vs. 1994 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 BMW 523. 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523. 1994 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 1994 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 523 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
