1996 BMW 540 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 2 kg more than 1996 BMW 540. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 540 | GT-R |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |