1992 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 231 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Infiniti M (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 520 | M |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
