2009 BMW 118 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 118 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2009 BMW 118. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 297 kg more than 2009 BMW 118. 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, 2011 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 118 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 118 | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1827 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |