2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2010 BMW 125. (216 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 125. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | R 390 GT1 | 125 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |