2006 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Infiniti M
To start off, both 2006 BMW M3 and 2006 Infiniti M were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Infiniti M. (335 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Infiniti M.
Because 2006 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3. 2006 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2006 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | M3 | M |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
