2005 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 7 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti FX. (303 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 BMW M3.
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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M3. (337 Nm). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | M3 | FX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 337 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
