1998 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 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 154 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 BMW 330. 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 (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 330. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 330 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 330 | M |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
