1999 BMW 529 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 BMW 529. 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti M. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 529 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 529 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 529 | M |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
