2009 Infiniti FX vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 740.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | FX | 740 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5019 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 82 L |
