2002 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 107 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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | M3 | EX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
