2003 Infiniti FX vs. 2012 BMW M3
To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti FX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti FX would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti FX. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Infiniti FX. 2003 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Infiniti FX | 2012 BMW M3 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | FX | M3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1424 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2761 mm |