2005 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 349 kg more than 2005 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, 2011 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 325 | M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
