2003 BMW 545 vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 545. (451 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 545. 2003 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 545 | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
