2004 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2011 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 BMW M3. (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2004 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Infiniti QX56 (559 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2011 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | M3 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 2540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
