1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 320 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328.
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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | 328 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3493 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |
