1990 BMW 518 vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 518 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1990 BMW 518. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 577 kg more than 1990 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 BMW 518. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 518 | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 518 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 74 L |
