1992 BMW 850 vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 692 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 850. (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 1992 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 850 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |