1983 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316.
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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 316 | M |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |