1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 442 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 2.8. (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 2.8 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
