2000 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2010 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2000 BMW M3.
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, 2010 Infiniti QX56 (532 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW M3. 2010 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW M3 | 2010 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | M3 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 532 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1976 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3129 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
