2006 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 245 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | M3 | M |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12 L/100km |