2009 BMW 735 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 735 | M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 79 L |
