1996 BMW 540 vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 102 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2008 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 540 | M |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1837 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |