2009 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti IPL. (343 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti IPL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 328 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti IPL. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | M3 | IPL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1713 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2850 mm |