1992 BMW 332 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti M.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 332. (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 332. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 332 | M |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2910 mm |
