2002 BMW 332 vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 332 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 332 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 2007 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 332 | M |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |