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2012 Infiniti M and 2008 BMW 1-Series Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Infiniti M | BMW 1-Series | |
| Engine | 5.6L V8 DOHC-4v 420 hp@6000 417 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1400 |
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| Transmission | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 114.2 in | 104.7 in | 9.5 in |
| Length | 194.7 in | 171.7 in | 23 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 68.8 in | 3.8 in |
| Height | 59.1 in | 56.0 in | 3.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4028 lb. | 3384 lb. | 644 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 37.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 54.0 in | 4.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 0.0 in | 54.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.0 in | 41.4 in | 2.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.7 in | 37.1 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 53.4 in | 3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 32.0 in | 4.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 6.8 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 | 4.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Infiniti M
| 2012 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 420-horsepower 5.6L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable up front. see full Infiniti M review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The footwells are very narrow for a car of this size. This is a side-effect of it being RWD. The "dead" pedal seems to be in the wrong spot, at least for me; it's too far to the right. On the plus side the air conditioned seats are great. It is possible to drive around in 90 degree weather wearing shorts, with the windows down, and feel comfortable. see full Infiniti M review |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very envelopped and comfortable seat, have better padding, and seating posture is better than most of the luxry cars I tried. see full Infiniti M review |
| 2012 Infiniti M Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 330-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The fronts seats need more bolstering. The BMW 5 series has much, much better seats. If I could change one thing about the car, it would be the seats. Anyone considering this car should sit in the seat at least 30 minutes before making a purchase decision. see full Infiniti M review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 BMW 1-Series
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Good seats, very adjustable. see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Sport seats are great see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 BMW 1-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 230-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Either young children for longer drives or most adults for trips below 30-40 miles each way. Just a "small car" (though with more rear-room that Lexus 250-350 4-door series!). see full BMW 1-Series review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Impractical for adults for anything but short runs see full BMW 1-Series review |
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