2009 BMW 120 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 120 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, both vehicles can yield 350 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 120 | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2900 mm |
