1985 BMW 324 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 621 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 BMW 324. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 324 | M |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
