2009 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti Q45. (288 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (401 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti Q45. (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti Q45. 2002 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2002 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | M3 | Q45 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |