2003 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Infiniti M (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 325 | M |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
