2009 Infiniti FX vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 1999 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | FX | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5026 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 93 L |
