2009 BMW 650 vs. 1991 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1991 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1991 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.
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 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Infiniti Q45. (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Infiniti Q45.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 1991 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 650 | Q45 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 397 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |