1999 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 417 kg more than 1999 BMW 318. 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 1999 BMW 318. 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 (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 318 | M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
