2001 BMW 745 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 745 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 745 | M |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 67 L |