1996 BMW 725 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1996 BMW 725. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 725. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 96 kg more than 1996 BMW 725. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 725. (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 725 | M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
