2005 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 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 (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 318 | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
