2002 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Infiniti Q45. (277 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 157 kg more than 2002 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, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 1993 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 1993 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | M3 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 396 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
