2005 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 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 2 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 178 kg more than 2005 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 M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | M3 | M |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |