2008 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330.
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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2011 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. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 330 | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |
