1995 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti QX56. (315 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 706 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
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 QX56 (529 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5. 2005 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2005 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | M5 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
