2012 Infiniti M vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Infiniti M would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 302 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2013 BMW 3 Series has manual transmission. 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Infiniti M | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Infiniti | BMW |
Model | M | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1917 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4945 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1514 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2901 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |