2001 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, both 2001 BMW M3 and 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 452 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (330 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M3 | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 637 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |