1991 BMW M12 vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW M12 | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M12 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |