1998 BMW 318 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 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 219 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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 (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 318 | M |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |