2011 Infiniti FX vs. 2013 BMW 6 series

To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti FX. (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti FX.

Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti FX. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 6 series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 6 series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Infiniti FX 2013 BMW 6 series
Make Infiniti BMW
Model FX 6 series
Year Released 2011 2013
Body Type Crossover Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3696 cc 4395 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 316 HP 439 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 651 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 233 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 4.5 seconds
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type 7-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4865 mm 4897 mm
Vehicle Width 1925 mm 1895 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1364 mm
Wheelbase Size 2885 mm 2855 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L


 

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