2006 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 325 | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5600 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
