2005 BMW 330 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 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 341 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 330 | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |