2005 Infiniti M vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 7 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 335 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 BMW 1 Series.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 1 Series. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 1 Series. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 1 Series has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 1 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Infiniti M | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | M | 1 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 53 L |