2010 Infiniti M vs. 2009 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti M (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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, 2010 Infiniti M (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti M | 2009 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Infiniti | BMW |
| Model | M | 320 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1501 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 63 L |
