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Infiniti M35 vs BMW 530

143 messages,  Last post on Nov 30, 2007 at 2:07 PM

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What is this discussion about? BMW 5 Series, Infiniti M35, Sedan

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#104 of 143 Re: ??????? [achonko] by mmoreno1978

Apr 02, 2007 (1:21 pm)

Replying to: achonko (Apr 02, 2007 1:10 pm)
I guess were getting off the point of this conversation.
 
If someone is looking at a M45, they are also looking at the BMW 550i, Audi A6 4.2, MB E550, Lexus GS430, etc...
 
All 8 cylinder engines.
 
But Thank You for the SPECS on the AUDI.

#105 of 143 Costs by kivi

Apr 02, 2007 (8:39 pm)

Hard for me to understand how the Beemer costs less than the M35, because that is the polar opposite experience that we just faced (in Canada). We compared, and test drove extensively the usual choices from BMW Lexus, Audi, and Infiniti. When we compared the loaded M35x to a similarly equiped BMW 530xi, the lease payment would be $1035montly for the M35x, vs over $1500/month for the BMW. We have driven 3 Bimmers in the past, but there was no way that we could justify paying so much more for the BMW. Our new M35x is due to arrive in 2 weeks. I hope we will be happy with our choice.

#106 of 143 Re: ??????? [mmoreno1978] by sixpaqs

Apr 03, 2007 (2:47 pm)

Replying to: mmoreno1978 (Apr 02, 2007 11:34 am)
Pretty nice, I gotta tell you. Low 80's, sunny, not very humid. Overall, very pleasant!
 
I am sorry, but I drove the 5 series vs. the M when I went to get a new car in January. I was coming from a Mercedes and an Audi before that and was completely impartial to both BMW and Infiniti.
 
I liked the design of the 5 series over the rather bland (IMO) design of the M. And the driving experience of the 5 over the M is much better. Again, my opinion. You may have yours.
 
But I do think the 5 is a much better car than the Infiniti, thought the M is a huge step forward for them, and infinitely (oops!) better than the Lexus, which I didn't even fit it. I am over 6'4".

#107 of 143 Re: Costs [kivi] by mmoreno1978

Apr 03, 2007 (2:56 pm)

Replying to: kivi (Apr 02, 2007 8:39 pm)
Come to the US. You can lease a similarly equipped 530xi for less than a M35x.

#108 of 143 Re: ??????? [sixpaqs] by mmoreno1978

Apr 03, 2007 (3:06 pm)

Replying to: sixpaqs (Apr 03, 2007 2:47 pm)
I wish I felt the same way. The BMW was a fun drive. The GS was WAY to tight for me too. (Im 6'2) The interior of the GS was very impressive though. The 5 Series interior was just so plain. (IMO) It didnt feel luxurious at all. The interior of the M (with the WOOD TRIM) was much nicer.
 
I aree the styling of the 5 series is pretty nice, especially with the Style 123 Sport Rims. The 18 inch rims give it a very good look. I wish they would have offered those rims on the Xi. I may have jumped on it. Especially to save a few bucks. (The 5 series lease was about $10 less per month)

#109 of 143 Re: ??????? [sixpaqs] by illinimax

Apr 04, 2007 (4:52 pm)

Replying to: sixpaqs (Apr 02, 2007 8:23 am)
I agree. Just drove the 550i and M45 today. Left with the 550i.

#110 of 143 Re: ??????? [illinimax] by papsephus

Apr 05, 2007 (5:59 am)

Replying to: illinimax (Apr 04, 2007 4:52 pm)
You will never truly appreciate the BMW until you get a chance to drive it at the BMW performance Center in Greenville, SC. You can sign up for one of the driving classes starting at $400 - $500 which lasts all day on saturday and they even provide you with lunch.
 
This is where you find the car's capabilities of braking, traction, steering, and no body roll.
 
My wife drives a 745Li that avg 26 mpg on the highway. I feel safer in this vehicle with my 1 year old son than in any other vehicle I have driven. Why? Because I know the handling capabilities of the vehicle.
 
I like the M45, but am partial to BMW because of what I had a chance to experience with it (plus the better gas mileage with a larger car). I have not had a chance to go through the same rigorous driving with the M, but I don't think I need to.
 
I advise anyone to take the BMW driving school at the BMW center. This is where they actually make the x5 and the 3 series. Besides learning driving skills, you will get a chance to see why you pay the extra money for the BMW. Trust me, you get what you pay for.

#111 of 143 Re: ??????? [papsephus] by mmoreno1978

Apr 05, 2007 (7:46 am)

Replying to: papsephus (Apr 05, 2007 5:59 am)
26MPG!!! Wow...very impressive.

#112 of 143 Re: ??????? [mmoreno1978] by papsephus

Apr 05, 2007 (8:02 am)

Replying to: mmoreno1978 (Apr 05, 2007 7:46 am)
Yes. That is doing about 75 mph on the highway. Remember that this is a 6 speed transmission and at 75 mph the engine hangs around 2000 to 2500 RPMs. It drops considerably when driving in stop and go traffic just like any other vehicle.
 
It still does not beat my 2000 Toyota Corrola in gas mileage, but my toyota is not a mile long and have 325 horses.
 
My point is that there is much more going on in the vehicle than meets the eye, which is why most people would say they are overpriced. I agree that they are expensive and may not ever be able to afford to get another one, but that does not discount the fact the it is a performer. Plus I think the maintenence is build into the price. 67k miles and not a single penny paid yet for maintence. New brakes, new torque converter, new worn parts, new trunk motor, etc. Not a penny paid. Tires are expensive, though (which I did have to pay for).

#113 of 143 I6 VS V6, well... by hpia4v2

Jun 12, 2007 (6:55 am)

At least to me, what put Nissan (Datsun) in automobiles' map was the Z240/260 ("fair lady") back in seventies and the reason, inline 6 engine
 
What makes W124 Benz e-class as one of the longest selling model, Inline 6 engine.
 
The last inline 6 engine in luxury car, ahem BMW 530-535
 
I hope BMW keeps making them.

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