2005 Infiniti M vs. 2012 BMW 318
To start off, 2012 BMW 318 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2012 BMW 318. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 BMW 318. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 318. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 318. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 318 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti M | 2012 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | M | 318 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 57 L |
