1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 13 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 288 more horse power than 2012 BMW X3. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 777 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | X3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
