1996 BMW 735 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. Both 1996 BMW 735 and 2007 Infiniti M are equipped with a 3,498 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 BMW 735. (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 735.
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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW 735 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW 735 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 735 | M |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
