2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti G37. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti G37 would be higher. At 3,695 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2011 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2011 BMW 123. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Infiniti G37 | 2011 BMW 123 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | G37 | 123 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |