2010 BMW 123 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 123 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (298 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (350 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 123 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | BMW | Infiniti |
Model | 123 | M |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1411 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |