2008 Infiniti M vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Infiniti M would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 17 kg more than 2010 BMW M5.
Because 2008 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M5. 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, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti M. (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti M. 2008 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M5 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 Infiniti M | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | M | M5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4493 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 456 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
