2008 BMW 130 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 BMW 130 is newer by 3 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 BMW 130. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 BMW 130. 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 (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 130 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:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 130 | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |
