1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | R 390 GT1 | 118 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |