2008 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 4 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2012 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. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 330 | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
