2000 BMW 528 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 528 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 7 more horse power than 2000 BMW 528. (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 BMW 528. 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) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 528. (279 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 528 | M |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
