2001 BMW M vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | M | M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 67 L |
