2008 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2009 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 328 | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
