2000 BMW 316 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 429 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 316 | M |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |