2000 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 12 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), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2000 BMW M3. (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 347 kg more than 2000 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW M3. 2012 Infiniti M 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 BMW M3 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | M3 | M |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
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 | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |