2009 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti FX. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 231 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti FX. (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | M5 | FX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 2067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2885 mm |
