2011 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 325. 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 325 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | BMW | Infiniti |
| Model | 325 | M |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
