2008 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti G. (325 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 82 kg more than 2008 BMW M3.
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, 2013 Infiniti G (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 2013 Infiniti G | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | M3 | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |