2009 BMW 130 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 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 130 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 130 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 130 | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 67 L |
