2007 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
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, 2007 BMW M3 (366 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | M3 | EX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
