2005 Infiniti M vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2011 BMW 530 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | M | 530 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4907 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |