2009 BMW 530 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25

To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25.

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 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 530 2012 Infiniti G25
Make BMW Infiniti
Model 530 G25
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2995 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 254 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4773 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1773 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1453 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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