2012 Infiniti FX vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti FX | 2001 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | FX | 320 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4865 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
