2009 Infiniti G37 vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Infiniti G37. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Infiniti G37 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Infiniti G37. (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Infiniti G37. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 39 kg more than 2013 BMW M3.
Because 2009 Infiniti G37 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti G37. (367 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti G37. 2009 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2013 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Infiniti G37 | 2013 BMW M3 | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | G37 | M3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3696 cc | 3999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1719 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4618 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |