2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Infiniti M were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2008 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 330 | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
