1992 BMW 540 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 19 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 540 | M |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |