2005 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2008 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 530 | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 456 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |