2002 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 15 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | M3 | G25 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 76 L |
